Abstract:

Aim: This study aims to examine the exercise dependence levels of students studying in the Coaching Education Department of the Faculty of Sports Sciences in terms of some variables. Method: In the study, survey research model, which is a quantitative analysis method, was used. Female (n=98) and male (n=64) students studying in the first, second, third and fourth grades in the Coaching Education Department constitute the sample of this research “Exercise Dependence Scale-21” was used as data collection tools. Percentage, frequency, mean and standard deviation, t-test and ANOVA test were applied in data analysis. Results: According to the findings obtained as a result of the research; it was determined that there was no significant difference in the mean scores obtained by the students of the coaching department from the entire exercise dependence scale and the sub-dimensions of the scale, which are withdrawal, tolerance, loss of control, decrease in other activities, time and intention effect, according to gender, class level and exercise duration. A significant difference was detected only in terms of gender in the exercise dependence continuity sub-dimension. Conclusion: It was determined that the coaching department students who participated in our study were not addicted to exercise. In addition, it is seen that the level and sub-dimensions of exercise dependence do not change according to gender, class level and exercise status.

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